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Belizean Cold Cake

Cultural Context

Belizean Cold Cake is a beloved dessert that reflects the Caribbean's influence on Belizean cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed during holidays and celebrations, this no-bake cake is a sweet treat that combines local flavors like coconut and chocolate. Its layered structure and creamy texture make it a favorite among families, often served at gatherings. Today, variations exist, with some adding tropical fruits or different types of biscuits, showcasing the dish's adaptability and enduring popularity.

BelizeanBZdessert
240 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
1 large can fruit cocktail
2 cans media crema (Nestle cream)
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 pack Maria's biscuits
juice from fruit cocktail

sweet biscuits

🥗Healthier: oatmeal cookies

💰Cheaper: plain crackers

Oatmeal cookies add fiber while plain crackers reduce cost.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream is dairy-free and adds richness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and adds a tropical flavor.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is lighter and dairy-free.

1

Open and drain the large can of fruit cocktail, then mix the fruit in a big bowl.

2

Pour two cans of media crema into a bowl and mix with half a cup of sweetened condensed milk until combined.

3

Dip half a pack of Maria's biscuits in the leftover juice from the fruit cocktail and layer them in a dish.

4

Pour half of the media crema and condensed milk mixture over the biscuits, ensuring they are covered.

5

Add half of the fruit cocktail on top, setting aside the cherries for decoration.

6

Layer more dipped Maria's biscuits on top, pressing down slightly.

7

Pour the remaining media crema and condensed milk mixture over the biscuits.

8

Add the rest of the fruit cocktail on top, placing the cherries decoratively.

9

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Cooking Techniques

mixinglayeringchilling

Equipment Needed

bowldish for layeringrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Cold CakeBelizean Cake

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